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Jaw-Dropping Fish with Surprisingly Human Teeth!

This fish has human-like teeth. I mean, look at this thing! It needs a dental plan!! But, as fake as it looks, this is not Photoshop or AI. This is a 100% real fish, and it’s known as the sheepshead (Archosargus probatocephalus). Despite their absurd appearance, sheepshead fish are not rare or elusive. They are…

The Wreck of the SS Yongala

23 March 1911. The steamship SS Yongala is nearing the end of her 99th voyage in Australian waters. She departs the town of Mackay at 1340 (1:40 pm) en route to Townsville, Queensland. She’s carrying 49 passengers, 73 crew, and 617 tons of cargo, including the racehorse Moonshine and a Lincoln Red bull. As she…

5 Squid You’ll Only See in the Deep Sea

Thousands of fathoms beneath the ocean waves, there are creatures that are stranger than fiction. You could even say that many of these creatures have inspired fiction. However, among deep sea denizens, squid are in a league of their own. From fascinating to frightening, deep sea squid are a bizarre bunch. Let’s plunge into the…

Are Barracuda Dangerous?

With their sharp teeth and impressive size, barracuda are among the most feared fish in the sea. Some species, such as the great barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda), can grow up to 2 meters (6.6 feet) in length, which is bigger than some sharks! But are these slender, sentient steak knives really as dangerous as they seem?…

This Fossil is Fake! How to Identify Fake Fossils

Over the years, I’ve collected my fair share of fossils. Like any other collector, I like to search in person and online for the best possible specimens. But, occasionally, I do run into some duds. I have a perfect example from a tooth I bought from Morocco. See this fossil tooth? Yeah, it’s fake. Well,…

Cute Toy Poodle Puppy Barking

This is our dog, Pixel, back when he was a puppy. He was so small that we had to teach him how to get up and down stairs. This is him barking during one of our lessons.

My Top 5 Shark Encounters

I’m Tidewater Teddy, and I’ve spent a lot of time above and beneath the sea. In the deep, blue ocean, I’ve seen my share of sea creatures, but of all of them, sharks are my favorite. Over the years, I’ve had some incredible encounters with these toothy fish. Here are my top 5 shark encounters!…

Iceland Landscapes with Somber Fantasy Music

Iceland is an incredible country with wild, breath-taking views. With massive waterfalls, gushing geysers, and even black sand beaches, this land is straight out of a storybook. It perfectly embodies a medieval fantasy atmosphere. When you watch this video, imagine yourself roaming the mystical wilderness while undergoing the ultimate quest.

The Oldest Lifeforms on Earth

What are these weird rocks in the ocean? They look strange, but otherwise, they’re kinda whatever. They’re just boring old rocks, right? Well, these weird rocks are very old. So old that they actually harbor the oldest lifeforms still on Earth. These are stromatolites. Stromatolites are layered structures created by various species of microorganisms, such…

Cute Baby African Animals with Chill Music

Check out these cute African animals native to the country of Zambia! In Zambia’s South Luangwa Valley, November marks the end of the dry season and the beginning of the wet season. During this time, all manners of animals breed and give birth, and baby animals are everywhere. Whether your day was amazing or awful,…